Wallace County, Kansas
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). This report summarizes the major soil map units across the survey area to help you understand what to expect when buying, building, or gardening in Wallace County, Kansas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ulysses silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 172K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Keith silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 72K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Buffalo Park silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 57K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ulysses silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 53K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Colby silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 51K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Colby silt loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 38K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Kim-Otero complex, 6 to 25 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Kuma silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Goshen silt loam, rarely flooded | 13K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bridgeport silt loam, rarely flooded | 13K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Midway clay, 7 to 30 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bridgeport loam, occasionally flooded | 8K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bankard loamy sand, occasionally flooded | 8K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Canyon loam, 5 to 30 percent slopes | 7K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Caruso loam, occasionally flooded | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Satanta loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bankard sandy loam, rarely flooded | 5K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Buffalo Park-Ulysses silt loams, 1 to 3 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Manter fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Bridgeport silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
Most soils are generally favorable for residential construction. Standard foundations are usually viable, though site-specific evaluation is always recommended.
Septic Systems
About 21% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
Gardening & Agriculture
Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.